References found in iOS 27 beta 5 reportedly indicate that Apple is preparing six new iPhones, including the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, iPhone Air 2 and a rumored foldable iPhone Ultra, reports Macworld. The code suggests Apple is preparing for new hardware configurations, with system files supporting features such as dual-battery setups and foldable displays, while the premium models and iPhone Ultra are expected to debut this fall.

Holix has introduced a Bluetooth speaker that combines a 15-watt omnidirectional speaker with a glasses-free 3D holographic display generated by two rotating light-emitting diode strips. The device also supports NFC, USB and Micro-SD cards and is currently available through Kickstarter.

Disney will expand its podcast offerings under a new licensing agreement with iHeartMedia to stream six podcasts on Disney+ and Hulu, starting with the Jonas Brothers' "Hey Jonas!" on Aug. 14, followed by weekly releases as Disney seeks to boost engagement. The podcasts will tie in with shows on the services: "Hey Jonas!" will debut with an episode that highlights "Camp Rock 3."

An Insurance Institute for Highway Safety analysis indicates that Waymo's Level 4 autonomous vehicles are significantly safer than human drivers, experiencing 68% fewer police-reportable crashes per vehicle mile. The study, which covers Waymo's operations in Phoenix, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Austin, also reveals lower rates of injury crashes and single-vehicle collisions. However, the lack of consistent data reporting poses a challenge for insurers in assessing long-term risks.